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We enjoyed every minute staying at Lilac Cottage for our Easter break, what a find ! It's a warm cosy cottage in an idyllic location. The cottage was full of character, well equipped with a large garden, toys/games for the children. It was a short stroll into Stow which had plenty of pubs/restaurants and tea shops. Nothing was too much trouble! We send a big thank you to Dianne for allowing us to stay in this wonderful cottage and for the Easter eggs left for the children!! It was very kind of you and it certainly put a bigger smile on their faces! We look forward to visiting again soon.

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Liked best:The cottage and it's location

Travelling group:Young Children

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Management Response

23 Apr 2014

Thank you for your positive review of Lilac Cottage. We do try to cater for all groups of visitors - e.g. couples, families, friends, wedding guests, horse racing fans, single people needing some quiet time.I must mention Jenny, our Housekeeper, who does a sterling job making sure the cottage is ready for the next visitors - and organising the little extras!We are so please you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again.RegardsDianne

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A group of 5 school friends stayed here for a weekend break. The property provided everything we needed and suited our requirements perfectly.

Rooms are all tastefully decorated and are welcoming. The property is equipped with everything you need for a relaxing or active break - there's also a washing machine and dishwasher to minimise household chores during your stay. Umbrellas and walking/rambling tools are even provided by the entrance door for those who want to venture beyond the main streets of Stow.

The property is moments away from the centre of Stow on the Wold - you can be at a dining establishment within 3 minutes on foot. A minute more and you can be exploring the shops.

Stow is a lovely place to visit for a weekend break. My friends and I had a great time, and our stay was enhanced by the loveliness of our accommodation.

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Liked best:The property has a warm and charming character - loved it.

Travelling group:Friends

Your age range35-49

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Management Response

15 Apr 2014

I'm so glad you enjoyed your "Girls' Reunion" weekend.Thank you for your kind comments on Lilac Cottage - we strive to make our guests feel welcome and comfortable.We much appreciate your comments on the convenience of the location of the cottage which really helps future guests when making a decision on a rental.We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

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Lilac Cottage provided us with everything we needed for a week's stay in the Cotswolds. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac it was only 4 minutes walk into the centre of Stow and it's quaint Tea-rooms, shops and pubs/restaurants. The cottage was freshly decorated and the decor perfectly balanced to combine the new with the old characteristics. Despite a very cool wind and the odd shower of hailstones while we were there, the cottage kept warm and cosy with the option of a log fire if needed. The perfect place for rest and relaxation and an ideal base for exploring the beautiful villages and towns in the area.

Travelling group:Other

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Management Response

1 Apr 2014

Although we have several very positive reviews, each new one is just as much appreciated as the first. It's reassuring to know we're providing what our guests need.

I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you return.

Dianne

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My family rented this cottage in Stow-on-the-Wold for two weeks in November 2013. It is located in the oldest village in the UK and vacationing here is like taking an adventure into the past. We loved every minute of our time here and our stay in Lilac Cottage was amazing.

The residence was beautiful, comfortable, and just a few minutes from the center of Stow. We really enjoyed being able to walk upon the ancient streets on brisk winter mornings and then duck into local tea rooms for mouth-watering fresh scones and piping hot tea. When we returned to the cottage fatigued from of shopping, we would light the fire place and snuggle up to it with a good book and a blanket.

Upon arrival, we were pleased to find a gift basket filled with a cherry cake, Cadbury chocolates, and a bottle of Champagne. The table was beautifully prepared with a quaint tea service, equipped with everything we might need. The owners even thought to brighten the cottage with cheery yellow roses! The kitchen was well equipped and functional. Our bedrooms were located upstairs and the beds were comfortable and the linens clean. When we looked out of our windows, we had the most beautiful view of the gardens and hills. The property had a large modern bath next to the bedroom (with shower and tub) and a half-bath on the first level. At the end of the first week, a maid arrived to clean and change the bedding and leave us a new supply of bath linens. The cottage's washer and dryer was functional and had directions for it's use.

When ever we first arrive somewhere, we always search for "the binder" that includes information for the details of the rental and information about the surrounding area. This one even included a local contact (yes, a real person) that would be available to help us out in an emergency. This is a first!

Our family travels frequently and I know my in-laws (retired educators in their 60s) thought this was by far the best rental they have ever encountered! My mother-in-law was really surprised by the care she received from Dianne (the owner) both before and during the stay. Emails were returned promptly and the level of attention with quite amazing. She even helped us pre-order flowers to be delivered on the first day of our stay to celebrate a special birthday surprise.

Overall, Lilac Cottage was wonderful and we would return again in a heartbeat!

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Travelling group:Extended Family

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Management Response

1 Apr 2014

Thank you so much for your lovely comments about Lilac Cottage and Stow on the Wold. The Cotswolds really is the perfect part of England for our overseas visitors to experience an English village and to get a feel for English history. It was my pleasure to help with pre-ordering - I like to feel I've done my best to make our guests welcome and to help them get the most from their stay with us.We look forward to welcoming you again soon.Dianne

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My husband and I were fortunate enough to stay at Lilac Cottage during one of the few weeks last summer when the weather was a bit unpredictable and not all glorious sunshine as had been the previous four weeks!!!! Lilac Cottage is in an ideal location for exploring The Cotswolds and we particularly loved Bourton-On-The-Water and The Slaughters. Our advice is to go to Bourton early before the coach parties start arriving!!

The cottage was spotlessly clean and was one of the best equipped we have stayed in. Decorated to an extremely high standard, the cottage was cosy during the rainy days but lovely and cool on the couple of sunny days we had and the beautiful garden was an added bonus on those days. The bottle of wine and cake we found on our arrival were a lovely welcoming touch.

We could easily walk into the center of Stow where we found some really lovely restaurants and tea rooms. Treebus serves an excellent breakfast and our favourite for an evening meal was The Vine Leaf. The peaceful yet convenient location of the cottage meant we had a very relaxing week and would definitely visit again.

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Liked best:The cleanliness and location of the cottage.

Liked least:Nothing to dislike.

Travelling group:Spouse/Partner

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Management Response

30 Jan 2014

Thank you for your kind comments about Lilac Cottage and we will endeavour to maintain (and hopefully improve) the standard for your next visit. We're glad you were comfortable through good and bad weather - the one thing we can't arrange!

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